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Cheap flights from New York to Los Angeles from C$ 159

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 261

One-way from

C$ 159

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 9/1-15/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 01m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 6/12
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 06m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Thu 12/129:02 p.m.EWR - LAX
1 stop15h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sun 15/128:55 a.m.LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/11C$ 294
Thu 12/1210:59 p.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop28h 33mFrontier
Sun 15/1210:35 p.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 20/11C$ 344
Wed 11/127:10 a.m.JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 24mDelta
Sat 14/1211:55 p.m.LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 31mDelta
Deal found 20/11C$ 345
Wed 11/127:30 a.m.EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mAlaska Airlines
Mon 16/126:00 a.m.LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 21/11C$ 359
Wed 11/126:00 a.m.JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 20mJetBlue
Mon 16/128:40 p.m.LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 20mJetBlue
Deal found 20/11C$ 359
Wed 11/1212:10 p.m.EWR - LAX
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Sat 14/129:59 p.m.LAX - EWR
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 20/11C$ 372
Wed 11/129:30 a.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Sat 14/128:46 a.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Deal found 19/11C$ 372
Wed 11/129:30 a.m.JFK - LAX
1 stop9h 24mAlaska Airlines
Sun 15/129:25 p.m.LAX - JFK
1 stop15h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 20/11C$ 386
Tue 17/126:00 a.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/112:51 a.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11C$ 394
Thu 28/116:00 a.m.EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/124:30 p.m.LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11C$ 436
Thu 12/129:55 a.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop10h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 15/122:45 p.m.LAX - LGA
2 stops15h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/11C$ 444
Fri 13/1211:31 a.m.JFK - LAX
1 stop8h 26mSun Country Air
Sat 14/126:17 p.m.LAX - JFK
1 stop13h 18mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/11C$ 510

Find flights from New York to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 645,034 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

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NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 9/1

4:48 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

1 stop8h 37m

Los Angeles

Wed 15/1

8:39 p.m.-5:03 a.m.

Nonstop5h 24m

C$ 261

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 14/1

7:00 a.m.-10:21 a.m.

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles

Tue 14/1

12:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 30m

C$ 337

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/12

10:59 p.m.-12:32 a.m.

1 stop28h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 15/12

10:35 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop9h 55m

C$ 344

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 18/2

7:29 p.m.-11:08 p.m.

Nonstop6h 39m

Los Angeles

Tue 25/2

8:14 a.m.-4:32 p.m.

Nonstop5h 18m

C$ 345

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Sat 22/2

6:00 a.m.-11:58 a.m.

1 stop8h 58m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/3

10:25 a.m.-8:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 34m

C$ 358

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/1

8:50 a.m.-12:26 p.m.

Nonstop6h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 15/1

3:40 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

Nonstop5h 19m

C$ 361

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 18/1

8:00 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop11h 19m

Los Angeles

Wed 22/1

9:55 p.m.-10:34 a.m.

1 stop9h 39m

C$ 372

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/1

4:00 p.m.-7:32 a.m.

1 stop18h 32m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/2

7:55 p.m.-4:29 p.m.

1 stop17h 34m

C$ 372

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/12

9:30 a.m.-2:22 p.m.

1 stop7h 52m

Los Angeles

Sat 14/12

8:46 a.m.-7:38 p.m.

1 stop7h 52m

C$ 372

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 15/2

12:58 p.m.-6:25 p.m.

1 stop8h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

9:35 p.m.-5:29 a.m.

Nonstop4h 54m

C$ 397

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Los Angeles

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of C$ 219). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Los Angeles at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Wednesday (185 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (96 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines from New York to Los Angeles. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.5
Good
3,395 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,173 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from New York?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from New York. On average, Los Angeles has 144 inbound flights from New York per day from 3 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 261), JetBlue (C$ 337), and Frontier (C$ 344) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Los Angeles. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Los Angeles one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 159 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from C$ 172 and United Airlines from C$ 173 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Los Angeles?

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  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay C$ 1,138, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 165. The most popular route (Newark - Los Angeles), is priced around C$ 470.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Los Angeles.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of C$ 219). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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